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There has been a lot of action by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws. This video, produced by Deaf Equality, explains the legal rights and protections you are entitled to when interacting with ICE. You have the right to clear, effective communication and accommodations — including qualified interpreters, captioning, or other services that fit your specific needs. ICE officers are required under federal law to respect these rights and provide appropriate access without delay or retaliation. To help you advocate for yourself, Deaf Equality has created a downloadable letter that you can carry with you in your pocket, wallet, or bag. This letter explains your rights and lists the types of services you may need, so you can share it with ICE officers, attorneys, or facility staff. Watch the video above for a summary of your rights, and download the letter here to keep with you at all times: https://deafequality.org/2025/09/22/ICE/ V/D: The video begins with the blue title card that reads “What Deaf and Hard of Hearing People Need to Know about ICE” along with the Deaf Equality logo and subtitle about legal protections and communication access rights. It then transitions to a Certified Deaf Interpreter, a white male with a beard, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt. A white Deaf Equality logo is displayed during this segment, and the video concludes with an animated version of the Deaf Equality logo as the closing.
